What's on in Christchurch

Ages 3–5

Matariki Wā Kōrero-Matariki Storytimes

Thursday, 18 June 2026 · 11:00 – 11:30

Join us in celebrating the Māori New Year through Matariki themed stories, song and rhymes. Ideal for preschoolers and t...

Papanui Library

Free

Ages 0–2

Wā Pēpi-Babytimes

Thursday 11 June - Thursday 30 July 2026 · 11:00 – 11:30

Meet others in the community and join our relaxed, fun group for interactive songs, rhymes, and books to delight and dev...

South Colombo Library

Ages 3–5

Wā Kōrero-Storytimes

Thursday 18 June - Thursday 30 July 2026 · 11:00 – 11:30

Meet others in our community when you and your preschooler join us for a fun variety of stories, songs and rhymes which...

The Library at Te Hapua: Halswell Centre

Ages 6–12

Reading to dogs

Thursday 11 June - Thursday 30 July 2026 · 15:30 – 16:30

Do you have a reluctant reader that just needs to build confidence with a non-judgemental audience? Then reading to dogs...

Papanui Library

Ages 6–12

Aranui - Minecraft Club - 8-13 years - BOOKINGS CLOSED

Thursday 11 June - Thursday 2 July 2026 · 15:30 – 16:30

Join us at Aranui Library to explore the creative world of Minecraft. Build a virtual world and navigate the ever-changi...

Aranui Library

Free

Ages 6–12

Afterschool Activity Zone (Gamezone)

Thursday 18 June - Thursday 30 July 2026 · 15:30 – 16:30

Drop in after school Join us for a variety of activities including crafts and games in a fun learning environment!...

Linwood Library at Eastgate

Free

Ages 6–12

Afterschool Activity Zone

Thursday 18 June - Thursday 30 July 2026 · 15:30 – 16:30

Join us for a variety of activities including technology, crafts and games in a fun learning environment.All whānau welc...

Matatiki Hornby Centre - Pool & Customer Services

Free

Ages 6–12

MASAZ - Matariki After School Activity Zone

Thursday, 18 June 2026 · 15:30 – 16:30

As part of our Matariki mā Puaka celebrations, join us for some paper star crafts! Free, no bookings required

Matatiki Hornby Centre - Pool & Customer Services

Free

Ages 6–12

Matariki After School Activity Zone

Thursday, 18 June 2026 · 15:30 – 16:30

As part of our Matariki mā Puaka celebrations, join us for some paper star crafts! Free, no bookings required

Matatiki Hornby Centre - Pool & Customer Services

Ages 6–12

Code Club @ Shirley - 8-12 years - FULLY BOOKED

Thursday 11 June - Thursday 2 July 2026 · 15:45 – 17:15

Dive into the exciting world of coding and create your own games, music, and art with Scratch. Join the fun at our club,...

Shirley Library

Free

Ages 0–12

Ahakoa he iti, he pounamu

Saturday 6 June - Sunday 26 July 2026 · All day

Every library holds taonga - some nestled safely away, others passed through countless hands.Ahakoa he iti, he pounamu b...

Tūranga

Ages 6–12

Mobile Discovery Wall

Friday 5 June - Tuesday 30 June 2026 · All day

The Discovery Wall at Tūranga has a smaller, mobile 'sibling'. Local heritage comes to life with this unique interactive...

Matatiki Hornby Centre - Pool & Customer Services

12

Ages 0–5

Toddler Time

Daily 9:00am–10:00am (1 Jan - ongoing) · 10:00 – 12:00

Access to the entire park - exclusively for Toddlers!! A special time reserved for children under the age of 5 and paren...

Launch Pad Trampoline Park

Free

Ages 0–2

Wā Pēpi-Babytimes

Friday 5 June - Friday 31 July 2026 · 10:15 – 10:45

Meet others in the community and join our relaxed, fun group for interactive songs, rhymes, and books to delight and dev...

Matatiki Hornby Centre - Pool & Customer Services

Free

Ages 0–2

Wā Pēpi-Babytimes

Friday 5 June - Friday 31 July 2026 · 10:30 – 11:00

Meet others in the community and join our relaxed, fun group for interactive songs, rhymes, and books to delight and dev...

Ōrauwhata: Bishopdale Library and Community Centre